2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Ram | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2430 mm |
